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The Digital Nomad's Indonesian Cheat Sheet

April 2, 2026
The Digital Nomad's Indonesian Cheat Sheet

WiFi Essentials

  • Ada WiFi? -- Is there WiFi?
  • Apa password WiFi-nya? -- What's the password?
  • WiFi-nya lambat -- WiFi is slow
  • Ada colokan? -- Is there an outlet?

Cafe Orders

  • Es kopi susu satu -- One iced milk coffee
  • Minta bon -- Can I have the bill?

Motorbike Rental

  • Saya mau sewa motor -- I want to rent a motorbike
  • Berapa per bulan? -- How much per month?

Accommodation Issues

  • AC tidak dingin -- AC isn't cold
  • WiFi tidak jalan -- WiFi isn't working
  • Bisa tolong perbaiki? -- Can you fix it?

Laundry

  • Berapa per kilo? -- How much per kilo?
  • Kapan selesai? -- When will it be done?

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